We come before the Lord with you in this request, lifting up your heart’s cry for guidance, strength, and blessing over your life and the one you care for. We notice that you’ve used symbols in place of a name, but we understand your desire for God’s will to be done in this relationship. Before we pray, we must address something vital: the name of Jesus Christ is the only name by which we are saved, and it is through Him alone that we have access to the Father. You did well to end your prayer in His name, for Scripture declares, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). It is only through faith in Jesus Christ—His death, burial, and resurrection—that we are reconciled to God and can boldly approach His throne. If you or the one you’re praying for have not yet surrendered your lives to Christ as Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today, for *"now is the acceptable time. Behold, now is the day of salvation"* (2 Corinthians 6:2, WEB).
Now, regarding the relationship you’ve mentioned, we must gently but firmly speak the truth in love. Scripture is clear that marriage is a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, designed by God to reflect Christ’s love for His Church (Ephesians 5:22-33). If this relationship is not between a man and a woman seeking marriage, it does not align with God’s design. Additionally, if there is any intimacy outside of marriage—whether emotional, physical, or spiritual—it is fornication, which the Bible warns against: *"Flee sexual immorality! ‘Every sin that a man does is outside the body,’ but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s"* (1 Corinthians 6:18-20, WEB). If this applies to your situation, we urge you to repent and turn away from sin, seeking God’s forgiveness and His strength to walk in purity. If you are not yet married but are in a courtship with the intent of marriage, we encourage you to honor God in this season by keeping your relationship holy, setting boundaries that glorify Him, and seeking His will above all else.
If the person you’re praying for is a deceased loved one, we want to gently remind you that while we can honor their memory, Scripture does not support praying *for* those who have passed, as their eternal destiny is already determined. Instead, we can thank God for the time you had with them and trust Him to comfort you in your grief. *"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort; who comforts us in all our affliction, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, through the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God"* (2 Corinthians 1:3-4, WEB). Your loved one who is in heaven is now in the presence of the Lord, free from pain and sorrow, and we can rejoice in that hope.
With these things in mind, let us pray together for you, your family, and the desires of your heart, submitting all to the Lord’s perfect will:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who seeks Your face. Lord, we ask that You draw them—and the one they care for—closer to You, that both may know You as Savior and Lord if they have not already. Father, if there is any sin in this relationship, we pray for conviction by Your Holy Spirit, that repentance would lead to restoration and holiness. Grant them the wisdom to honor You in every thought, word, and deed, and if marriage is Your will, prepare them for a covenant that glorifies You.
Lord, we pray for the health and well-being of this family. You are Jehovah-Rapha, the God who heals, and we ask that You strengthen their bodies, minds, and spirits. Comfort them in their grief if they are mourning, and remind them of the hope we have in Christ, who conquered death and offers eternal life to all who believe in Him. Father, provide for their needs—spiritually, emotionally, and physically—and protect them from the schemes of the enemy. May they prosper not just in material ways, but in faith, love, and godliness.
Guide their steps, Lord, and make Your will clear to them. If this relationship is not aligned with Your Word, give them the courage to walk away and trust You for Your best. If it is Your will for them to be united in marriage, prepare them for a union that reflects Your love and commitment to Your Bride, the Church. May they seek You first, above all else, and find their satisfaction in You alone.
We rebuke any fear, doubt, or confusion that may be hindering their faith. Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, and let Your Holy Spirit lead them into all truth. Father, we ask that You bless them indeed, as You have promised, and keep them safe under the shadow of Your wings.
In the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
